Reported Incidents
For New York
Incidents are community-reported or sourced from third parties, and are allegations — not established facts. Incidents describe institutions, never individuals.
Statewide curriculum standards concern
Alleged statewide incident in New York
Parents statewide raised concerns about proposed NY curriculum standards.
Race essay assignment concern
Alleged incident at High School For Medical Professions · New York City Geographic District #18 · New York
A parent reported that a class assignment at High School For Medical Professions asked students to categorize themselves by racial privilege.
District library policy dispute
Alleged incident in New York City Geographic District #18 · New York
Parents raised concerns about New York City Geographic District #18's district-wide library material policy.
Ideological curriculum complaint reported
Alleged incident at High School For Medical Professions · New York City Geographic District #18 · New York
A third-party tracker reported an ideological curriculum complaint involving High School For Medical Professions.
District hid gender transition lessons
Alleged incident in Ardsley Union Free School District · New York
A school district reportedly promoted gender transition information to 8th-grade students through a health lesson. Parents were allegedly not informed and denied the option to opt their children out of the lesson. This practice is considered a potential violation of parental rights and legal precedent.
School club hosts ICE event
Alleged incident at Brooklyn Technical High School · New York City Geographic District #13 · New York
A high school club organized an after-school event for students on campus. This "teach-in" focused on immigration enforcement and resources for community safety. The event took place in February.
Middle school teaches gender identity
Alleged incident at Ardsley Middle School · Ardsley Union Free School District · New York
A school district assigned an article discussing gender identity, chest binding, and testosterone to eighth-grade health students. The district confirmed the lesson was taught to promote awareness and inclusion, but does not have an opt-out policy or require advance parental notification for such lessons.
School Forms Race-Exclusive Parent Group
Alleged statewide incident in New York
The school established a parent affinity group exclusively for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color families. This initiative aims to address bias and hate within the school community. The sign-up process explicitly limits participation based on racial identity.
NYC school blocks Holocaust speaker
Alleged statewide incident in New York
A school principal denied a Holocaust survivor the opportunity to speak to students, citing concerns about the speaker's perceived pro-Israel views. This decision sparked controversy, with critics alleging viewpoint discrimination. The school district defended the action, emphasizing the need for political neutrality in public school settings.
District affirms gender identity policy
Alleged incident in Saratoga Springs City School District · New York
The Saratoga Springs City School District Board of Education passed a resolution affirming its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This resolution states that students can participate in sports and use facilities consistent with their gender identity, including biological males in female sports. The board also rejected federal executive orders targeting transgender students.
Teacher reads gender identity book
Alleged statewide incident in New York
A New York City preschool faced parental backlash after an educator read a gender identity book to young students. This incident sparked controversy regarding age-appropriateness and curriculum content.
School district race-based hiring
Alleged incident in Rochester City School District · New York
A school district implemented 'anti-racist' policies aimed at increasing the hiring and retention of non-white job applicants. These policies have prompted calls for a federal investigation into potential race-based hiring practices.
District hiring under federal scrutiny
Alleged incident in Rochester City School District · New York
A New York school district is facing calls for a federal investigation. A parents' group alleges the district uses race-based hiring practices. This has prompted concerns about the district's employment policies.
NYC Mandates Black Studies Curriculum
Alleged statewide incident in New York
New York City Public Schools is implementing a mandatory Black Studies curriculum across all grades, from PreK to 12th. This curriculum introduces students to concepts of identity, colonization, activism, and critical perspectives on American history, capitalism, and policing. It also includes discussions on Pan-Africanism, reparations, and recommends texts like "The 1619 Project."
Colgate teaches critical theories
Alleged statewide incident in New York
The university's educational studies department offers courses that incorporate critical theories. These courses explore topics such as racial capitalism, white supremacy, queer theory, and decolonization. The curriculum aims to provide students with a critical understanding of power, knowledge, and education's role in society.
District's Jan 6th Political Guidance
Alleged statewide incident in New York
A school district published guidance for teachers on discussing the January 6th Capitol events, framing them as 'terroristic' and attributing blame to a former president. The guidance also included comparisons of the treatment of January 6th participants to Black Lives Matter protesters, citing systemic racism. This document provides specific ideological language for classroom use.
Fairport Education Alliance Mission
Alleged incident in Fairport Central School District · New York
An advocacy group in Fairport, New York, was established to monitor actions and policies affecting local schools. Its mission is to inform and support parents and students regarding issues negatively impacting the school system.
District sued for speech policy
Alleged statewide incident in New York
A school district is facing legal action from parents. The parents allege that the district's speech policy suppresses conservative perspectives. This has led to concerns about viewpoint censorship within the institution.
Pronoun policy lawsuit
Alleged statewide incident in New York
A school district is facing a lawsuit from parents regarding its policy on using preferred pronouns for students and staff. The parents argue that the policy infringes upon their children's First Amendment rights.
Parents Sue Over Pronoun Policy
Alleged statewide incident in New York
A New York school district faces a federal lawsuit from a parental rights group. The lawsuit claims the district's pronoun-related speech codes infringe upon students' First Amendment rights. This legal action challenges the institution's policies on student expression.